Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ruth 1:13

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ruth 1:13 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ruth 1:13. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Ruth, Naomi feels very sad and thinks God is against her. She tells her daughters-in-law that waiting for her to have more sons for them to marry would be too hard and they should not wait.

Ruth 1:13: Would ye tarry for them till they were grown? would ye stay for them from having husbands? nay, my daughters; for it grieveth me much for your sakes that the hand of the LORD is gone out against me. [tarry: Heb. hope] [it grieveth...: Heb. I have much bitterness]

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

This verse contradicts Ruth 1:13 as it encourages trust in the Lord with all your heart, whereas Ruth 1:13 expresses a sense of bitterness and lack of trust in the Lord's plan.

Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

This verse promises God's presence and help, countering Ruth 1:13's expression of the Lord dealing bitterly with Naomi.

Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.

Contradiction with Romans 8:28

This verse states that all things work together for good to those who love God, in contrast to Ruth 1:13, where Naomi feels her situation is only bitter and negative.

Romans 8:28: And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to [his] purpose.

Contradiction with Psalm 34:17-18

This passage speaks to God being near to the brokenhearted, whereas Ruth 1:13 reflects a feeling of being forsaken and afflicted by God.

Psalm 34:17-18: [The righteous] cry, and the LORD heareth, and delivereth them out of all their troubles.

Paradox #1

The potential contradiction in Ruth 1:13 could be related to the interpretation of God's involvement in human suffering. Naomi expresses that she sees her suffering as coming directly from God, which may conflict with other biblical perspectives that emphasize God's love and benevolence. This raises a question about how God's will is understood in the context of personal hardship, and whether God actively causes suffering or merely allows it.

Paradox #2

Ruth 1:13 may present a moral conflict concerning the theme of suffering and divine will. Naomi expresses a belief that the hardships she and her daughters-in-law face are due to the hand of God being against her. This can lead to a contradiction for some, as it raises questions about why a loving and just God would allow such suffering or appear to be the cause of personal misfortune. This can challenge the idea of God's benevolence and fairness in human experiences.

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